Plano Real Estate Attorney  
                     Plano Real Estate Attorney
Table of contents
oWhat To Look For When Hiring A Real Estate Attorney
o How long has the attorney been practicing?
oWhere did the attorney go to law school?
o Has the attorney handled cases similar to yours? 
o Does the attorney have references?
oWill they be using any other attorneys to work on your case?
o How much will the attorney charge?
Introduction
Those who understand real estate law are able to navigate (or circumvent) 
the intricacies and nuances which govern it. These people are often able to 
make these laws work for them, and use their understanding to service their 
ends. But for the average person, real estate law is more like a riddle written 
in ancient Greek than it is a modern language explaining common-sense 
laws. And one can quickly and easily find themselves on the wrong end of a 
confusing legal system. 
In terms of bizarre real estate laws, Texas is certainly high on the list of 
offenders. And that makes sense. Of the more than 500,000 households 
within the state, close to fifty percent own the home in which they reside. 
And generally, the law is almost always on the side of the buyer. For 
example, anything and everything in the home or on the property at the 
time of showing becomes the property of the buyer. This includes everything 
from your pots and pans, to leftover lasagna, to above ground pools and 
cars in the driveway. 
So when a buyer asks “does that come with the house?”, the answer is 
always yes. This means that a seller’s home needs to be completely empty 
as soon as it goes on the market. Therefore, the seller is highly motivated to 
close the deal as quickly as possible. Talk about a buyer’s market! (But don’t 
worry about leaving your booze behind. Taking more than three sips of beer 
while standing is illegal in Texas...)
If you are currently living or planning to live, or if you have any other real 
estate interests within the town of Plano, you are subject to the same 
peculiar laws which govern the rest of the state. If you happen to find 
yourself on the wrong side of a tricky real estate situation, believe me when 
I tell you that you’re not the first. But have heart because there is help 
available!
What To Look 
For When 
Hiring A Real 
Estate 
Attorney
How long has the attorney been 
practicing?
There is no substitute for experience. This is especially true when it comes 
to real estate lawyers. This is why it is important to know how long your 
advocate has been litigating. Real estate dealings can often be incredibly 
confusing, so you’ll definitely want someone who knows the lay of the land. 
Just keep in mind, the more experience an attorney has, the higher their 
price tag tends to be.
Where did the attorney go to law school?
This one is important for a few reasons. For starters, you’ll want to be sure 
that the school they attended is actually accredited. But even more 
important than that is their knowledge of state-specific laws. Every state in 
the country is governed by a unique set of laws. And just because a lawyer 
is on top of it in New Mexico, doesn’t mean they are truly qualified in Texas. 
Has the attorney handled cases similar to 
yours? 
Again, real estate law is complex, and every situation is different. When you 
are evaluating an attorney, you’ll want to be sure that they have experience 
dealing with situations similar to the one you are presently facing. 
Does the attorney have references?
Most attorneys are proud of the cases they have won, and the things they 
have accomplished for their clients. And any lawyer worth their salt will be 
all too eager to share the stories of their many victories. If you are 
evaluating an attorney and they don’t have any references, there is 
probably a reason. 
Will they be using any other attorneys to 
work on your case?
It is vital that you trust your attorney. And in order to cultivate that trust, 
you have to develop a degree of comfortability with them. If they intend on 
bringing in a team to handle your case, that is more attorneys you’ll need to 
become familiar with. Oh, and you’ll also need to evaluate them, as well. 
How much will the attorney charge?
For most people, this one is often the most important factor when choosing 
an attorney. Your lawyer should be able to provide you with a pretty 
accurate estimate as to how much the process will cost. And they should 
also be able to identify where every dollar you pay them is going. If they 
aren’t willing to disclose this information, you may want to look elsewhere. 
The Plano Bar Association is a tremendously valuable resource for anyone 
trying to navigate the legal system in Plano, TX. And, like most people, if 
you find yourself facing a lengthy legal battle, you may not have the 
financial resources required to make it to the other side. They specialize in 
helping low or even no-income families get connected with the legal help 
they need to get through their difficult times.
Contact local attorney
The Law Office of Dan Martens - The Law Office of Dan Martens - 
Plano TX Dallas TX
Address: 5600 TENNYSON PKWY STE 382, Address: 17101 PRESTON RD STE 160, 
PLANO, TX, 75024-4067 DALLAS, TX 75248-1369
Phone: 972-335-3888 Phone: 972-335-3888
Website: https://danielmartens.com/